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Large arm span bows?

Discussion in 'Equipment Reviews' started by TwoBucks, Oct 29, 2014.

  1. TwoBucks

    TwoBucks Grizzled Veteran

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    I have a buddy who has a 6'7" arm span, any idea on good long draw bows? Compound and hopefully not top dollar:)


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    I would think he could get a Hoyt Faktor long draw for reasonably priced because of the new models coming out. I have an MR8 and I like it! If he doesn't have to have a new bow I think he could find one. Most major bow companies offer one or two of them. When I was looking I just searched "long draw bows" on google and came up with plenty of options.
     
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    6'8" here. I found a used Matthews Switchback LD on eb@y. The first few I bid on went for $3-400, but I waited and got 1 for under $300. New strings and site got me shooting.
    I was told by some big fellas that if hunting I should just find a smaller bow, shorter draw, because it's easier to hunt.
    Good luck
     
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    I'm 6'5" & currently shoot the bowtech insanity CPXL. Zero complaints.


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    Using a Faktor 34 LD right now and like very much. I am 6'5.
     
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    Sounds like there are multiple options out there!


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    I have a 6'6" wingspan, and I shoot a Bear Lights Out no problems
     
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    An MR8 would be worth a look.

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    I'm 6'6" with the same arms pan as your friend. I shoot a PSE Vendetta DC at 32" draw. I love it. PSE now makes the Source that's similar to my bow but has a dual draw stops. Hoyt offers a lot of their stuff in LD models. Bowtech has a couple LD offerings as well. Just have to surf around till you find what you need them go find it and shoot it which will be the hardest part. Not a lot of shops keep the LD models in stock. Will probably have to shoot the model in a 30 inch then decide off that.
     

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